This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. The incumbent will be the subject matter expert (SME) in all aspects of operational research.

Duties

This position is being filled under Direct Hire Authority 5 U.S.C. § 9905, 6/23/2023. As a OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST at the GS-1515-11/12/13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in all aspects of operational research. Apply objective, analytical, and critical thinking to the analysis of complex system assessments and supports this analysis with the application of the full suite of analytic tools and techniques, to include statistical inference, data mining, mathematical programming, modeling, and simulation. Develop methodologies to visualize and communicate assessments of various systems and associated analysis results. Serve as a consultant and technical advisor to senior specialists and Agency officials. Develop, present, and defend written analysis reports within DTRA and to senior DoD officials and leadership. Skill in written and oral communications. Must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as ability to work within a collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service http://www.sss.gov
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Fulltime
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: May be Authorized. https://www.dtra.mil/Careers-Opportunities/DTRA-Opportunities/
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt/Non-Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required.
• Telework Eligibility: This position may be eligible for situational telework eligible.
• Overtime, compensatory time and/or emergency overtime may be required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a current valid passport.
• Travel in the performance of temporary assignments may be required up to 25% of duty time per year (CONUS/OCONUS).
• Position requires access to Critical Nuclear Weapon Design Information (CNWDI)/ Restricted Data (RD).
• May be recalled to duty 24-hours a day during other than normal duty hours to include evenings, weekends, and holidays; may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance.
• Subject to pre-employment drug testing and periodic random drug testing thereafter.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: 5+ years' experience in Operations Research & System Analysis (ORSA) and DoD Acquisition desired. Thorough knowledge of T&E (Test and Evaluation) planning, execution, and reporting desired. Knowledge and experience assisting leadership with understanding technical information. Knowledge of USSOCOM 71-5 test and evaluation guidance, desired. You may qualify at the GS-GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service: 3+ years' experience in Operations Research & System Analysis (ORSA) and DoD Acquisition desired. Moderate knowledge of T&E (Test and Evaluation) planning, execution, and reporting desired. Knowledge and experience assisting leadership with understanding technical information. Knowledge of USSOCOM 71-5 test and evaluation guidance, desired. You may qualify at the GS-GS-11, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service: 1 year experience in Operations Research & System Analysis (ORSA) and DoD Acquisition desired. Basic knowledge of T&E (Test and Evaluation) planning, execution, and reporting desired. B. A Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1515, series as listed below: A. Degree: in operations research; or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics. At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application.

You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.

FOREIGN EDUCATION may be qualifying if a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign education programs has deemed the foreign education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program or a U.S. accredited college or university has given full credit for the foreign courses.

Unofficial transcripts from U.S. Department of Education accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions listing your name, the name of the school, the date and degree awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned are acceptable for the application process. If selected, official transcripts are required before a firm job offer is made. A photocopy of your degree/diploma is not acceptable.

When relying on foreign education, submit transcripts and a copy of the equivalency evaluation results letter with a course-by-course listing. Documents must be in English or include an English translation. The hiring employer for this position does not evaluate degrees from foreign colleges or universities. For further information, visit: Foreign Education

Contacts

• Address Defense Threat Reduction Agency 8725 JOHN J KINGMAN ROAD MSC 6201 FT BELVOIR, VA 22060-6201 US
• Name: DTRA Servicing Team
• Phone: 614-692-0259
• Email: [email protected]